Zenith Wins Best Bank in Nigeria in Global Finance Awards 2025
Zenith Bank Plc has been named “Best Bank in Nigeria” in the Global Finance Best Banks Awards 2025, winning the award for the fifth time in six years. The bank was among winners from 36 countries in Africa recognised…
NCC cracks down on DJs over copyright violations, issues 5-year jail threat
The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), has warned Disc Jockeys (DJs) to stop performing other people’s music publicly without a license or the owner’s authorisation, threatening to prosecute defaulters in a case that could lead to a N1 million fine or…
Friendly: Ogun Governor Abiodun gifts Super Falcons N20m for win over Cameroon
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has doled out a sum of N20m to the Super Falcons following their victory over Cameroon. Nigeria defeated the Indomitable Lionesses 2-0 in a friendly at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta, on Tuesday. Captain…
Jackie Chan Says He Understood ‘Nothing’ Chris Tucker Said During First ‘Rush Hour’ Movie: ‘Not a Clue’
Chan made the shocking revelation while appearing on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ on Tuesday, June 3 NEED TO KNOW Jackie Chan is making a shocking confession about filming Rush Hour Chan revealed that he didn’t understand what his costar Chris…
Middlesbrough sack head coach Carrick
Middlesbrough have sacked head coach Michael Carrick after two-and-a-half years in charge. The former England midfielder, 43, took over at the Championship side in October 2022 for his first role in management. He guided the team to a play-off…
Kenya approves Moniepoint’s acquisition of 78% stake in Sumac Microfinance Bank
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has given its approval for Moniepoint Inc.’s proposed acquisition of a 78% stake in Sumac Microfinance Bank Limited, stating that the transaction does not pose any threat to market competition or public interest. According…
Senegal aims to raise tax collection to cut reliance on external funding
Senegal plans to boost tax compliance to increase revenue and reduce reliance on financing from external sources like the International Monetary Fund, its Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has said. The West African nation is engaging with the IMF to craft…
Brazil removes UAE from preferential tax regime list
The UAE is the leading destination for Brazilian exports among Arab countries. Abu Dhabi: Brazil has officially removed the UAE from the list of jurisdictions with preferential tax regimes, the Ministry of Finance said on Wednesday. The move marks…
Russia vs Nigeria: We don’t fear Super Eagles – Matvey Kislyak
Russia vs Nigeria: We don’t fear Super Eagles – Matvey Russia midfielder Matvey Kislyak has insisted that his side is not afraid of the Super Eagles of Nigeria as their top striker Victor Osimhen will not play in the friendly.
Lagos raises alarm over dangerous occupation of uncompleted buildings, vows enforcement
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA), has raised concerns over the increasing trend of residents and occupants living in buildings that are still under construction. This issue was raised by the Director of…